Everything that appears "out there" can be considered our own projection, or karmic appearance. That is, how we view the Covid-19 will largely depend on our attachments, our mental habits and expectations.

One practice that His Holiness the Dalai Lama recommends during this time of pandemic, is the Green Tara practice and mantra recitation.

12:22 | Extracted from "Buddhist perspective on how to think about the outbreak" teachings given at Jamyang Buddhist Centre London. Full teaching here.